signed first edition
1983 · London
by Foreman, Michael; Jones, Terry
London: Pavillion, 1983. First edition. Fine in fine dust jacket.. Signed first printing of this collection of fantastic tales following a young Viking, inspired by Nordic folklore and mythology - a runner-up for the Kate Greenaway Medal. THE GUARDIAN identifies Michael Foreman as "one of the best-known British writer-illustrators," in part thanks to his remarkable output: since he began his career in 1961, he has published over 300 books for children and adults. He has earned two Kate Greenaway Medals, and has twice been nominated for the Hans Christian Andersen Award. 11'' x 7.75''. Original color pictorial boards. Original unclipped (£6.95) color pictorial dust jacket. Illustrated in color and black and white. 144 pages. Signed by Foreman to title page. Sharp and bright.
(Inventory #: 45983)